Marriage in Ihram

What Does Marriage in Ihram Mean in Detail?

Nabi Muhammad (shallallahu alaihi wa sallam) said: 'The muhrim should not marry, give in marriage, or make a proposal of marriage' (Sahih Muslim). This prohibition covers the jamaah haji entering into a new marriage contract, serving as the wali (guardian) in someone else's marriage, or making a formal marriage proposal. According to the majority of scholars (Maliki, Shafi'i, Hanbali), any marriage contract performed during ihram is invalid and must be repeated after ihram ends. The Hanafi school considers the contract sinful but technically valid, though this is the minority view. Physical intimacy between existing spouses is also prohibited during ihram and can invalidate the Haji if it occurs before the standing at Arafah.